The old man was firm, and settled further controversy in short order.
"No talk, Mark--seeing that it's no use, and there's no occasion for it.
It must be as I say.

I cannot permit of Kate's connection with a man in your situation, who the very next moment may be brought to the halter and bring shame upon her.

Take your parting, and try to forget old times, my good fellow.

I think well of, and am sorry for you, Mark, but I can do nothing.

The girl is my only child, and I must keep her from harm if I can." Mark battled the point with considerable warmth and vigor, and the scene was something further protracted, but need not here be prolonged.